Today, I want to talk about a character trait that many of us often find ourselves lacking in: patience. Patience can mean many different things. It can mean being patient with the actions of another person or being patient while waiting for an event or special time to come. And it is often very hard.
What the Bible Says About Patience
"Love is patient and kind..." 1 Corinthians 13:4
"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness..." Galatians 5:22
"I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love..." Ephesians 4:1-2
"Be patient, therefore, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient about it, until it receives the early and the late rains." James 5:7
Patience Is...
- A sign of love toward others
- A fruit of the Spirit
- Worthy of our calling
- Necessary in our walk of faith
Show the World
When we show patience to others, we show that we love them and care about them. We also provide a witness to the world through our love: patience and love are both listed as fruits of the Spirit in Galatians 5.
If people see you showing this kind of patience and kindness to those around you, they will wonder why you are different. It could open up an opportunity for you to share the gospel!
Wait on God
Patience is also necessary in our personal walk of faith, because as a Christian, you are waiting for Christ's return. We don't know when it is, but we have to continue hoping and believing in it, and waiting for it with patience. We know that it is worth the wait!
What do you think? Is patience something you struggle with? Do you like the verses I chose? Are there others you like that are related to this topic? Leave me a comment!
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